NEWS

On Monday, October 31st, Bloomingdale Park was transformed into “Boo!mingdale Park” for “Halloween Hoopla,” a free event for children and their families. The annual event, which was sponsored by BP Oddo and Council Member Joe Borelli, featured a hay maze, inflatable attractions, photo spots, a costume parade and trick-or-treating.​Tottenville High School Women’s Chorus performed Halloween hits for the crowd throughout the day, and the New York Public Library told spooky stories. Helping Others Overcome Personal Handicaps (HOOPH) hosted pony rides for the borough’s youngest ghouls and goblins.

“We were happy to once again host this fun family event on Halloween and add a couple new features to make it the best one yet,” said BP Oddo. “Each year, my staff works hard so young Staten Islanders and their parents can celebrate Halloween in a safe and fun environment. It has become a wonderful tradition for the South Shore.”